HC Deb 21 February 1951 vol 484 c1278
22. Commander Noble

asked the Secretary of State for the Colonies what steps he is taking to protect the local leather industry in Cyprus.

Mr. J. Griffiths

The Cyprus Government have helped this industry by reducing the import duty on raw hides and skins, and by exempting entirely from import duty all substances used in tanning, except sumac, which is produced locally.

Commander Noble

Will the Minister give special consideration to the lowering of the duty on imported hides which are to be used for further manufacture in the island, because that is a matter which is felt very strongly?

Mr. Griffiths

That is primarily a matter for the Cyprus Government, but I will take note of it.

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